Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Objective: To explore how family physicians document SDOH in EHRs and identify factors influencing this practice Study Design and Analysis: A cross-sectional observational analysis. Understanding SDOH documentation in electronic health records (EHRs) is crucial for care management to improve patient outcomes and mitigate health inequities.

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AMMD

MARCH 13, 2025

Brain fog is not a medical condition or a diagnosis. Move your body : I like taking walks with my family and dogs. Or maybe you often walk into a room and forget what you went in there for? If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many people experience this mental cloudiness. What’s behind it? Don’t worry! Let’s dive in!

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Canadian Family Physician

APRIL 14, 2025

Objective To provide an update on the most recent developments regarding diagnosis and outcomes of steatotic liver disease (SLD), review new nomenclature applied to SLD, and provide an approach to the diagnosis and management of SLD. Diagnosis relies on noninvasive tests. Management of SLD can be guided using a simple algorithm.

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Annals of Family Medicine

MAY 27, 2025

The present study evaluated the acceptability and the feasibility of hearing screening for patients consulting in private family practice medicine. CONCLUSIONS This study supports integration of app-based hearing screenings into family medical care, as it is compatible with routine consultations.

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A Country Doctor Writes

APRIL 26, 2025

Here are three such essays from my archives : IF YOU ARE A DOCTOR, ACT LIKE ONE Osler said “Listen to your patient, he is telling you the diagnosis” Duvefelt says “Listen to your patient, he is telling you what kind of doctor he needs you to be – Yours Truly It cannot be said enough: Ours is a relationship based vocation.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Public health initiatives, including community engagement projects, are vital for promoting early diagnosis and encouraging behaviors to combat PAD. Context Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) affects 10-12 million US adults by reducing blood flow to the limbs.

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Annals of Family Medicine

MARCH 24, 2025

METHODS We used electronic health records from the PRIME registry to identify patients with diagnosis codes or positive test results for chlamydia and/or gonorrhea from 2018 to 2022. We examined how well chlamydia and gonorrhea treatment in primary care settings adhered to guidelines.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

There was over-prescribing of antipsychotic medication without an associated diagnosis. Context: Adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) experience multiple chronic conditions (MCCs) and polypharmacy at a younger age than those without ID. Study Design and Analysis: Systematic review (PROSPERO CRD42023415051).

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Population studied: Long-term care residents (≥70 years old, systolic BP <135 mm, and no diagnosis of congestive heart failure) in OptimizeBP. Most pharmacists/nurse practitioners used an optional tracking sheet to track their deprescribing and submitted them regularly to the study team.

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Vida Family Medicine

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Genetics : If you have a family history of PCOS, you may be at a higher risk of developing the condition. These complications can often be avoided or reduced with early diagnosis and management. Early diagnosis and management can help prevent complications and improve your quality of life. What is PCOS? What Causes PCOS?

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context Cervical cancer remains a significant health concern and screening is crucial for early diagnosis. Little is known about how patients’ social needs (i.e. housing insecurity) affect screening behaviors. Conclusion In an insured population, social needs were not associated with screening in patients 30+ years.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 11, 2025

per 1,000 is less than half that of the rate of adult emergency department visits that include a mental health diagnosis (53.0 . “The past-year 988 contact rate of 23.7 Abstract/Full Text Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. All rights reserved.

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Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 16, 2025

Here’s what to expect: A review of your personal and family medical history Discussion of current medications, allergies, and supplements Review of lifestyle habits such as diet, exercise, alcohol, and tobacco use A basic physical exam: blood pressure, heart rate, weight, etc. What does the doctor do first? How long will it take?

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context Misdiagnosis and over-diagnosis of urinary tract infection (UTI) are a leading cause of inappropriate antimicrobial use. It is challenging to study UTI in the outpatient setting, as no case definition exists.

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Family Medicine Initiative

APRIL 29, 2025

Hematoma Diagnosis Look for sudden pain after nail trauma and sharp-edged color changes that progress distally over time. Keep in mind that acrylic nails are flammable , as an interesting 2022 study Der Beitrag How to Drain a Subungual Hematoma (Evidence-Based) erschien zuerst auf Family Medicine Initiative. DD: subungual melanoma.

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Vascular Physician

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Other factors that could make you more likely to be affected by RAS include: High blood pressure High cholesterol Diabetes Smoking Unhealthy diet Men over the age of 45 and women over the age of 55 Obesity What Are the Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Complications? Renal Artery Stenosis: Is It Common & Life Threatening?

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Center for Family Medicine (CFM)

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

million Americans are living with diabetes without a formal diagnosis. Contact the Center for Family Medicine At the Center for Family Medicine, we are committed to you and your family’s health. The post November: National Diabetes Month appeared first on Center for Family Medicine.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

JULY 28, 2020

The Gender Gap in Diagnostic Reasoning: The Launch of Women in Diagnosis (WDx) Smitha Ganeshan, MD MBA Acknowledgements: Sharmin Shekarchian, MD, Emma Levine, MD, and Lindsey Shipley, MD, Daniel Minter, MD Medicine has a gender problem. Truly, a superwoman.

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Myriad Genetics

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

When Ashley Pantier and her husband decided to start a family, they were young, healthy, and filled with a sense of joyful optimism. In fact, most babies with genetic conditions are born to parents with no known family history of that disease. Ashley’s journey to a diagnosis for Christopher probably felt like forever to their family.

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Myriad Genetics

MARCH 13, 2024

Many of us have seen stories in the news about American families on diagnostic odysseys for their children with rare diseases. Which one of those 17 doctors ultimately was able to pull together the pieces of Alex’s health picture and suggest a diagnosis? None of them. It was the AI program ChatGPT.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 24, 2025

Adding genetic testing to clinical familial hypercholesterolemia screening improves risk assessment, prognosis and helps to guide targeted therapy. Familial hypercholesterolemia is one subset of hypercholesterolemia. They also had a family history of heart disease, and their relatives had more severe cases of severe high cholesterol.

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Dr. Zaar

MAY 20, 2025

Finding timely and specialized medical care can be quite a challenge for families, especially when it comes to pediatric endocrinology. Thankfully, pediatric endocrinology online in Canada is becoming more accessible, providing convenience and quality care to families across the country. Why Choose Virtual Pediatric Endocrine Care?

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The Medical Futurist

MAY 12, 2025

The BeamO is a 4-in-1 health tracking device designed for everyday use at home, with family, or during teleconsultations. You can also create profiles for multiple family members, making it a versatile household tool. Companies/service providers first read our reviews after publication. What Is BeamO?

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Newnan Family Medicine Associates

JUNE 12, 2025

If yes, you may need immediate diagnosis and proper treatment. Have you been experiencing prolonged cold-like symptoms? It can be a sign of pneumonia! Pneumonia has flu-like symptoms, so it is often difficult to distinguish. million people visit healthcare centers with pneumonia as their primary.

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PEMBlog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Constipation is a clinical diagnosis and does not require testing, yet as many as 70% of children who are given a diagnosis of constipation in the emergency department have an abdominal x-ray completed. The diagnosis of constipation should be made based on a good history and clinical exam.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 17, 2025

percent) had a confirmed asthma diagnosis after age 4 years. TUESDAY, June 17, 2025 (HealthDay News) — It is feasible to use electronic health record (EHR) data in the Pediatric Asthma Risk Score (PARS) to accurately predict childhood asthma risk, according to a study published in the June issue of eClinicalMedicine.

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Myriad Genetics

APRIL 15, 2024

Parent support groups are available in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia, as well as online, and can provide families with additional information and support.” This can help reduce anxiety, increase confidence, and give families time to plan and prepare. Prenatal Diagnosis. Prenatal diagnosis of the 22q11.2

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Children in hospital care were 8-18 years old and had a diagnosis of FAP or IBS based on Rome III criteria. Sixteen children in PC did not have a Rome diagnosis of FAP or IBS (10.5%). Context: Most children with functional abdominal pain (FAP) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) could be managed in primary care (PC).

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

There was an association between preferred management group and time since diagnosis (<= 2 years vs. > 2 years). Conclusions: Time since diagnosis and health anxiety may affect preferences for hypertension management in Black patients. Context: Nearly half of all US adults have hypertension. 95% CI 0.3,

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

JUNE 29, 2020

Her hobbies include reading fiction, being outside, and cooking for family and friends. Further evaluation revealed a suppressed thyroid stimulating hormone with an elevated free T3 and free T4, confirming a diagnosis of thyrotoxicosis meeting criteria for thyroid storm. at Boston Medical Center.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

AUGUST 5, 2022

Disease Diagnosis If a patient visits a hospital with specific symptoms, a primary care doctor diagnoses what they're suffering from. Therefore, if you're feeling unwell, contact Hitchcock Family Medicine today to get started with an appointment. With that said, check out some essential services primary care physicians offer.

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Common Sense Family Doctor

DECEMBER 14, 2024

Concerns about overdiagnosis of clinically insignificant prostate cancer through prostate specific antigen (PSA) screening motivated the 2018 American Academy of Family Physicians’ (AAFP) recommendation against routine screening for prostate cancer. Explaining the AAFP’s position, Drs. Watchful waiting refers to clinical observation only.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Expert Advice When you visit your primary doctor , receiving a diagnosis isn't the only service they can provide you. We are here for your medical needs at Hitchcock Family Medicine. The foundation of health is preventive care. Visiting a primary doctor can be an important way to stay healthy.

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Physicians News Digest

MAY 12, 2025

They reflect lost productivity, long-term care demands, and the emotional and financial strain on families and caregivers. As new discoveries emerge, brain science is poised to become a key driver of the next great era of innovation: the 5th Industrial Revolution. This new era won’t be defined solely by machines or automation. In the U.S.,

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ABIM

MAY 18, 2025

and Globally IBD is no longer a rare diagnosis. With no family history and little cultural awareness of the disease, I was left wondering why or how this had happened to me. I was living with pain, confusion, and shame, and I didn’t yet have the words or the diagnosis to explain it to others. In the U.S.,

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Plum Health

MAY 19, 2023

Join the Plum Health DPC Family Today Join the Plum Health DPC family and start enjoying a fresh, personalized approach to healthcare. This blog post is a general informational guide and does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Black and Latinx women have higher incidence of cervical cancer diagnosis and lower rates of cervical cancer screening than non-Latinx White women. Self-collected high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) testing has been proposed as a method to address these barriers to screening and prevent cervical cancer.

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